Heating, Air Conditioning And Ceilings
If your air conditioner is turned off accidentally or because of a power outage, switch it off for at least 6 minutes before restarting to prevent damage to the compressor. If you use a paintbrush to paint ceilings, shove the handle through an X ... [... more]
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Hunter Savoy 52-Inch Five-Blade Ceiling Fan, Antique ...
* WhisperWind motor
* AVT hanging system
* Installer's Choice 3-position mounting system
* 5 52-inch black cherry wood blades
* Antique pewter finish
Hunter Ceiling Fans - The Savoy Fan Model 20512. Amber Bronze Motor with Reversible Cherry/Black 52 Inch ... [... more]
$166.88
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Tile, Ceilings And Landscaping
A two-by-four held vertically will help you make ceiling height measurements quickly. Measure to the ceiling and add the board length to get the exact ceiling height. Use a heat gun and a putty knife to loosen vinyl floor tiles. Once the tile is ... [... more]
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Improving Home-Energy Efficiency By Installing A Ceiling Fan
Experts say a ceiling fan can save up to 40 percent on your summer cooling costs, and up to 10 percent during the winter heating season. In summer, ceiling fans cool the room by creating a "wind chill effect." For example, if you had a ceiling . ... [... more]
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Brace A Ceiling Fan
If you have attic access, you can use a wood block fitted between the ceiling joists (figure C). Slide a heavy-duty junction box over the wood block (figure D) so that it is positioned over the hole in the ceiling, and secure it with 1-5/8" ... [... more]
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Fix A Broken Pull-Chain
Remove the knurl on the new switch and thread it through the hole in the fixture. Then tighten the knurl to hold the switch in place (figure A) If you pull the chain on a light fixture and nothing happens, it's probably time to change the ... [... more]
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Home Maintenance Checklist
8. Refrigerator: Make sure your refrigerator door seals are airtight. Test them by closing the door over a dollar bill. If you can pull the bill out easily, the latch may need to be adjusted or the seal may need to be replaced. In addition, if ... [... more]
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DESIGN HOUSE 155978 52" HOMESTEAD FAN AB
52 HOMESTEAD DOWN ROD CEILING FANFrosted glass light kit. 42 lead wire for longer downrod installation. 3 speed pull chain control. Reversible for year round comfort. Tri mount adaptable for multiple installation versatility. Five reversible blades. Uses ... [... more]
$100.00
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Wood, Painting And Walls
Drywall was invented in 1890 by Augustine Sackett and Fred L. Kane when they first poured a thin layer of plaster of Paris between two sheets on manila paper. To ease the pain of splinter removal, rub some toothache gel on the tender area, and ... [... more]
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Windchaser OCWR161 16-Inch Remote Control Wall/Ceiling Fan
With its broad grille, sweeping arc, and remote control operation, this 16-inch mountable fan from WindChaser keeps rooms cool and well circulated without taking up floor space. Designed for mounting to the wall or ceiling, the fan is controlled by a ... [... more]
$79.99
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Air King 6-Inch 2-Speed Clip-On Fan #9145
The Air King 6-inch 2-speed clip-on fan is great for use in any area where space is limited, such as offices, kitchens, beauty salons, toll booths, and stores. The convenient, spring-loaded clip is easy-to-attach to a variety of surfaces, making this fan ... [... more]
$25.00
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Air King 20-Inch 3-Speed Deluxe Box Fan #9700
The Air King 20-inch 3-speed deluxe box fan is perfect for locations in need of high-volume air movement, such as shops, dormitories, offices, homes, and others. This fan features an adjustable thermostat that senses room temperature and automatically ... [... more]
$73.00
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